New Year’s Day: Which stores, restaurants will be closed?
Many grocery stores, drug stores, gas stations and restaurants will have limited hours on New Year’s Day, and some businesses will even be closed.
New Year's Eve: Omicron mutes celebrations as many hope for better 2022
New Year's Eve celebrations were muted or canceled in many places around the world for the second straight year due to a surge of COVID-19 infections.
Pork and sauerkraut, hoppin' John on New Year's: History of lucky food traditions
Pork and sauerkraut, hoppin’ John and 12 lucky grapes: Here’s a look at the history behind six New Year’s food traditions and what they symbolize.
LL Cool J's NYE performance canceled after rapper tests positive for COVID-19
Actor and Grammy Award-winning rapper LL Cool J has tested positive for COVID-19 and has canceled his upcoming New Year’s Eve appearance.
Calls to cancel New Years Eve celebration in Times Square, mayor says show will go on
Even as COVID cases rise, preparations continue in Times Square for the most famous New Year’s Eve celebration in the world. Now, there are calls to cancel the event as have officials in other major cities.
Mill Valley family takes COVID testing to new level ahead of New Year's Eve party
A family from Mill Valley is requiring guests for their New Year's Eve house party be vaccinated, boosted and sign up for a PCR test at their house hours before the event to prevent the spread of the coronavirus.
Eric Adams to be sworn in as mayor during Times Square NYE celebration
“I am deeply humbled to officially take the oath of office at this iconic occasion, and to participate in the transfer of leadership that is a cornerstone of our democracy,” the former New York police captain said in a statement.
Strangers come together to help Long Island charity spread toys, holiday cheer
After a crash that destroyed the van the charity 'Toys of Hope' uses to spread cheer during the holiday season, the organization has seen an outpouring of support which means families could get items they need this holiday season.
Supply-chain problems hit Champagne industry
Supply-chain issues have hit the wine industry hard. Retailers are reporting a shortage of sparkling wine, including champagne.
Should Americans cancel New Year's Eve plans? Fauci says it depends
Fauci said small gatherings are OK, but big parties are 'strongly' discouraged.
Greece bans New Year's music at venues amid COVID surge
Music will be banned at all commercial venues in Greece for New Year's celebrations as part of new restrictions announced in response to a surge in COVID-19 infections fueled by the omicron variant.
Public New Year's Eve festivities scaled back but what about private celebrations?
A handful of New York City bars and restaurants, crippled by the coronavirus pandemic, are moving full steam ahead with added precautions. But the Times Square ball drop will only host 15,000 fully vaccinated and masked attendees.
Airbnb says it'll 'crack down' on New Year's Eve parties
Airbnb customers who don’t have a positive review history will be subject to restrictions
Mississippi woman surprises Walmart store by paying for Christmas shoppers' bill
'Remember, always make a difference no matter what,' the woman later said on social media.
Holiday sales climb 8.5% despite supply issues, omicron variant
Even as shoppers grappled with higher prices, product shortages and a raging new COVID-19 variant in the last few weeks of the holiday shopping season, sales rose at the fastest pace in 17 years.
Long Islanders create new traditions for second COVID Christmas
Instead of gathering inside, many decided to take part in outdoor experiences to see the sights and sounds of the season.
New Year's celebrations shelved across the globe as COVID-19 surges, here's who canceled and who hasn't
A scaled-down celebration in New York City is still happening, but other cities around the world are canceling celebrations altogether.
Flight cancellations, surging COVID-19 cases mark a somber Christmas Day
The second COVID-19 Christmas is marked by surging infections in many countries, overwhelmed hospitals, canceled flights and curbed religious observances.
Bidens’ new puppy joins Christmas Day calls to the troops
Commander sat between the president and the first lady Saturday inside a studio set up at the White House, resting his head on a pillow as the Bidens spoke to U.S. service members stationed around the world.
NICU babies dress in Christmas outfits at Colorado hospital
Hospitals across the country are continuing the tradition of dressing up their tiniest patients in Christmas outfits.